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Battle for the Europa League final: Previewing Sevilla vs. Juventus and probable lineup
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Sevilla and Juventus are set to face off once again in the Europa League semi-final, with the tie delicately balanced after the first leg.
The 1-1 draw in Turin has left both teams optimistic about their chances of securing a spot in the final.
Sevilla, in particular, have a strong track record at Estadio Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan, having never lost a tie in this competition when playing the second leg at home.
Sevilla boasts an impressive record in knockout contests at home, having progressed from all nine of their previous encounters in the second leg.
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Their dominance in Europe’s second-tier competition is unparalleled, with six titles to their name. Moreover, the Spanish side has won 24 of their last 27 Europa League matches at the Sanchez-Pizjuan.
However, they will need to replicate their home success once again due to a late equalizer by Juventus in the first leg.
Despite a challenging season that saw them go through three different head coaches, Sevilla finds themselves in contention for a place in the final.
Recent victories over Espanyol and Real Valladolid in La Liga have propelled them to 10th place in the table, with a top-half finish now within reach under the guidance of Jose Luis Mendilibar. A win in this crucial match would send Sevilla to Budapest for the final in May.
Juventus, on the other hand, are aiming to reach their first European final since 2017. The Italian giants have faced controversy and under-performance throughout the season, making the Europa League their best opportunity for success.
While they managed to salvage a draw in the first leg, Juventus face a daunting statistic as they have won only two of their last 17 away games against Spanish teams in knockout competitions.
Despite their domestic challenges, including the overturning of a 15-point penalty, Juventus currently sit in second place in Serie A.
However, their Champions League qualification is far from secure, making victory in Europe even more crucial. With recent wins over Lecce, Atalanta, and Cremonese, Max Allegri’s side aims to keep their hopes of silverware alive and secure their return to the Champions League.
Both Sevilla and Juventus have everything to play for in this decisive second leg. The Spanish side seeks to maintain their impressive home record and secure a place in the final, while Juventus hopes to overcome their away struggles and keep their European aspirations alive amidst a challenging domestic season.
The battle in Seville promises to be a thrilling encounter as these two storied clubs fight for a shot at Europa League glory.
Juventus probable starting XI: Szczesny; Gatti, Bremer, Danilo; Cuadrado, Fagioli, Locatelli, Rabiot, Kostić; Di Maria; Moise Kean.